According to Assault or criminal force on grave provocation
Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person on grave and sudden provocation given by that person, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both.
Explanation:- The last section is subject to the same Explanation as section 352.
Classification of Offence
| Offence Description | Punishment provided | Cognizable/Non-Cognizable |
|---|---|---|
| Assault or use of criminal force on grave and sudden provocation. | Simple imprisonment for one month, or fine of 200 rupees, or both. | Non-Cognizable |
| Bailable/Non-Bailable | Trial Court Details | Compoundable/Non-Compoundable |
| Non-Bailable | Court of Session | Non-Compoundable |
| Compoundable by Whom | Concerned Ministry | Concerned Department |
| Non-Compoundable | Ministry of Home Affairs | Department of Internal Security |
358 IPC Case Laws (Supreme Court and High Courts)
| Shaik Abdul Azeez vs State Of Karnataka on 28 March, 1977 |
FAQs about Assault or Criminal Force on Grave Provocation
Grave and sudden provocation refers to a situation where an individual is provoked to act in a violent or aggressive manner due to an extremely serious or severe circumstance, and the provocation occurs unexpectedly or without warning.
The punishment for assaulting or using criminal force on someone on grave provocation can result in simple imprisonment for a term that may extend up to one month, or a fine that may extend up to two hundred rupees, or both.
Assault or criminal force on grave provocation is categorized as a non-cognizable offense, meaning the police cannot arrest the accused without a warrant. While it is not as severe as some other offenses, it is still a punishable act under the law.
This offense is non-bailable, which means that the accused cannot be released on bail by the police. To seek bail, the accused must approach the court.
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IPC Section 358: Assault or criminal force on grave provocation,IPC Section 358: Assault or criminal force on grave provocation
